Eco-Friendly Glitter Hack! Video Watch time Under 1 minute December 18, 2024 Image How do you make eco-friendly glitter? In this video, Alex Dainis describes the process of making glitter at home that doesn’t hurt the environment. Traditional glitter is often made from thin sheets of plastic covered in aluminum foil, which reflects light in different directions to create a sparkly effect. However, plastic glitter contributes to microplastic pollution in the environment. You can create a similar sparkle by combining different types of salt with food coloring, and baking in the oven for five minutes! Topics Environmental Science Climate Change Women in STEM Share